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Section 12-13

Section 12: McNeil's Mills

Portage to Northam

20 km, 6 to 8 hours, rated easy to moderate. Flat terrain.

The segment of the trail from Portage to Northam is beautiful and takes you along the Confederation Trail and PEI’s iconic red dirt roads.

The community of Tyne Valley is along this segment but is not directly on the trail. However, if you have some extra time, we highly recommend planning for a short detour to explore this small but mighty community. Especially if you like a good burger. Tyne Valley is famous for its annual Oyster Festival, Rock the Boat Music Festival and the restaurant, Backwood Burgers. Check out Backwoods Burger’s website for more information. The community also has an oyster bar, a tea room and a small grocery store to stock up on essentials. 

Section 12: McNeil's Mills
Section 12: McNeil's Mills
Section 12: McNeil's Mills
Section 12: McNeil's Mills

Section 12-13 Amenities
in order of appearance

Packed lunch required.

  1. Ellerslie Rite Stop Convenience Store
  2. Bideford Parsonage Museum
    902-831-3133
    Website
  3. Kenny’s Restaurant & Dairy Bar (nearby)
  4. Tyne Valley Teas Café (nearby)
    902-831-3069
    facebook.com/TyneValleyTeasCafe
  5. Backwoods Burger – Craft Beer Cookhouse (nearby)
    902-831-2992
    backwoodsburger.com

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In the spirit of Reconciliation, we acknowledge that the land upon which we gather is unceded Mi’kmaq territory. Epekwitk (Prince Edward Island), Mi’kma’ki, is covered by the historic Treaties of Peace and Friendship. We pay our respects to the Indigenous Mi’kmaq People who have occupied this Island for over 12,000 years; past, present and future.